*End the Silence, End the Shame

About this episode

In this episode, Sawsha Turpin and her aunt Trudy engage in a candid conversation about childhood sexual abuse and trauma.

*Content warning. This episode discusses childhood sexual abuse and trauma. Some listeners may find this distressing. Please take care while listening. Today’s episode is another deeply personal one. I’m sitting down with Trudy who has always felt more like a cousin than my aunt—someone I’ve laughed with, grown with, and shared life with in a way that goes beyond titles. But today, we’re stepping into a different kind of conversation—one that takes courage, honesty, and a lot of trust. In t...

People in this episode

Host: Sawsha Turpin

Guest: Trudy

Topics covered

• childhood sexual abuse
• trauma
• personal stories
• courage
• honesty
• trust

Keywords

• childhood abuse
• trauma
• personal conversation
• mental health
• family dynamics

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